A revival in the popularity of authentic Minimalist furniture is rooted in history while reflecting the needs and tastes of the 21st century. Designer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s aphorism that “less is more” influenced the evolution of 20th-century interiors with an emphasis on function and order. This was a shift from the 19th century, with its lavish Victorian decorating, and was spread around the world through design styles including Bauhaus and brutalism.
Yet Minimalism was present in furniture design long before the clean lines of modernism, such as in the simple and elegant utility of Shaker furniture. Although the Minimalist art movement of the 1960s and ’70s had little crossover with furniture design, artist Donald Judd was inspired by the Shakers in creating his own spare daybeds and tables from sturdy wood. (Judd, whose advocacy of symmetry also informed his architectural projects, furnished his Manhattan loft with unassuming but poetic works by iconic modernist designers such as Gerrit Rietveld and Alvar Aalto.)
Understatement rather than ornamentation and open space instead of clutter are central themes for a Minimalist living room and bedroom. As opposed to Maximalism, the focus for Minimalist furniture and decor is on simplicity and considering the design and purpose of every object.
Furnishings are usually made in neutral or monochrome colors and pared down to their essentials — think nesting coffee tables, sectional sofas and accent pieces such as ottomans. And Minimalist ceramics can help achieve a decor that is both timeless and of the moment. The organic textures and personalization of handmade craftsmanship associated with these works have served as a sort of anti-Internet to screen-weary decorators. That said, while the thoughtful ergonomics of Scandinavian modern furniture, with its handcrafted teak frames, are at home in Minimalist spaces, so are the quietly striking pieces by Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa that employ industrial materials like stainless steel, aluminum and plastic.
Minimalist furniture is not for making flashy statements; it boasts subdued appeal and excels at harmonizing with any room. And, as it encompasses many different movements and eras of design, it also never goes out of style, owing to its tasteful refinement.
Find a collection of Minimalist tables, seating, lighting and more furniture on 1stDibs.
Minimalistic Contemporary Accent Sofa Flock 240 cm by NOOM, Beige Boucle
Located in Paris, FR
The Flock Sofa is a bold addition to the sculptural Flock collection, defined by organic forms and expressive design. With its timeless wraparound silhouette and deep lounge seating,...
Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Velvet, Faux Fur, Ash
Modern Sofa Hello by NOOM, Contemporary Seating, Dedar Tiger Mountain Velvet
By NOOM, Denis Sokolov
Located in Paris, FR
The HELLO Sofa is a bold fusion of sculptural geometry and inviting softness — a true statement piece that brings playful elegance to any interior. With its rounded, organic lines an...
Bouclé, Faux Fur, Velvet, Jacquard, Fabric, Sheepskin, Wool
Minimalistic Contemporary Lounge Sofa Flock by NOOM 270 cm in Kvadrat Gentle 2
Located in Paris, FR
The Flock Sofa by Kateryna Sokolova offers a bold sculptural presence paired with exceptional comfort. Its minimalistic, organic silhouette and deep soft seating make it ideal for hi...
Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Velvet, Faux Fur, Ash
Modern Hello Sofa by NOOM, Premium Jacquard Velvet, Dedar Tiger Beat, Fauve
By NOOM, Denis Sokolov
Located in Paris, FR
A three-seater HELLO sofa aims to create a playful, inviting atmosphere and add a stylish statement to any space. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, boasts a visually strik...
Fabric, Wool, Sheepskin, Bouclé, Cotton, Jacquard, Velvet, Faux Fur
Modern Sofa Hello by NOOM, Accent Seating, Dedar Tiger Beat Jacquard Velvet
By Denis Sokolov, NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
The HELLO Sofa is a bold fusion of sculptural geometry and inviting softness — a true statement piece that brings playful elegance to any interior. With its rounded, organic lines an...
Fabric, Wool, Sheepskin, Bouclé, Jacquard, Velvet, Faux Fur
Minimalistic Contemporary Lounge Sofa Flock 210 cm by NOOM in Kvadrat Gentle 2
Located in Paris, FR
The Flock Sofa is a bold addition to the sculptural Flock collection, defined by organic forms and expressive design. With its timeless wraparound silhouette and deep lounge seating,...
Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Velvet, Faux Fur, Ash
Sculptural Two-Seater Sofa Hello by NOOM, Modern Design, Upholstered, Wool, Rust
By Denis Sokolov, NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
A three-seater HELLO sofa aims to create a playful, inviting atmosphere and add a stylish statement to any space. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, boasts a visually strik...
Fabric, Wool, Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Acrylic, Wood, Ash
$3,680Sale Price / item|20% Off
Modular Contemporary Outdoor Wicker Sofa Lounger with Integrated Daybed
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This modular L-shaped outdoor sofa integrates a daybed in its sloped geometry. The waterproof lounger is lightweight and easy to move around the garden. Its sloped forms encourage in...
Rattan
Accent Sofa Hello by NOOM, Minimalist Design in Premium Geometric Fabric
By NOOM, Denis Sokolov
Located in Paris, FR
The HELLO Sofa is a bold fusion of sculptural geometry and inviting softness — a true statement piece that brings playful elegance to any interior. With its rounded, organic lines an...
Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Jacquard, Velvet, Faux Fur
Pita Outdoors Daybed, Teak Wood and Off-White Denim
By Alejandra Carmona, Caterina Moretti
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
Pita daybed outdoors was created to bring you a much needed relax time. Handcrafted in teak wood and upholstered in off-white denim or sunbrella neutrals. ...
Fabric, Teak
$2,800 / item
Modern Outdoor Sling Hanging Chair
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Our Outdoor Sling hanging chair swing seat is crafted with Spradling Silvertex material – a highly sustainable environmentally-friendly vegan material. The Slings can be ordered a...
Stainless Steel
Andrianna Shamaris Teak Day Bed, Minimalist Wabi-Sabi Design
Located in New York, NY
An impressive teak day bed that can be used as a regular bed frame or a statement piece pool side. Beautiful century old teak wood with lovely character and minimalist carving on thi...
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
$9,590 / item
Pita Outdoors Daybed, Teak Wood and Sunbrella
By Alejandra Carmona, Caterina Moretti
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
Pita daybed outdoors was created to bring you a much needed relax time. Handcrafted in teak wood and upholstered in Sunbrella color Sailcloth Shell Kick ba...
Fabric, Teak
Contemporary Minimal Style Bird Bed Outdoor Daybed Anodized
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This aluminum outdoor daybed holds two people on a single narrow spine or foot. The lounge chair flexes comfortably under body weight and is accompanied...
Steel
Sol Daybed in Coated Aluminum and Spinneybeck Leather by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
Sol daybed powder-coated aluminum, perforated steel sheet. Top cushion is made of foam with a down topping and stitched in Spinneybeck leather. Produced for The New, the inaugural show of Volume Gallery...
Aluminum
$7,190
Pita Daybed, Oak Wood
By Caterina Moretti, Alejandra Carmona
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
A daybed is the piece of furniture that every room needs, whether it knows it or not. Pita’s subtle lines in woodturned oak invite you to take a breath, close your eyes and halt the passage of time. Materials: Solid Oak Wood and Gray Scale Fabric. Please note: This price does not include the cayenne leather cushion embroidered by hand with pita (maguey fiber).
Wool, Oak
Modern Bubble Chair Made from Steel, Great for Outdoor
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Very Durable Beautiful, Modern Contemporary and unique Made by Hand Indoor / Outdoor Multiple colours available Standard hanging mechanisms included Maximum capacity 120 kg ...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Pita Outdoors Daybed, Teak Wood, Sunbrella Fabric
By Alejandra Carmona, Caterina Moretti
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
Pita daybed outdoors was created to bring you a much needed relax time. Handcrafted in teak wood and upholstered in off-white denim or Sunbrella neutrals. ...
Fabric, Teak
$2,800 / item
Modern Hanging Sling Chair for Outdoor in Greys
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Our OUTDOOR SLING hanging chair is crafted with Spradling Silvertex material – a highly sustainable environmentally-friendly vegan material. The S...
Stainless Steel
Gandia Blasco Elevated Reclining Daybed
Located in Miami, FL
Outdoor Elevated Daybed by Gandia Blasco A sculptural icon of Mediterranean outdoor living, the Elevated Daybed by José A. Gandía-Blasco Canales combines clean architectural lines w...
Aluminum
$3,400 / item
Suspended Wheel Chair in Twig Pattern
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The WHEEL swing seat is sculptural and dynamic. Its striking circular shape lends itself for use as a functional art piece. The chair has an open yet enveloping feel. The pattern ...
Steel
Contemporary Minimal Style Bird Bed Outdoor Daybed powder coated
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This aluminum outdoor daybed holds two people on a single narrow spine or foot. The lounge chair flexes comfortably under body weight and is accompanied with a removable water proof ...
Metal
Venfield Modern Sofa /Daybed
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Stylish Modern sofa with 6 back pillows and low, wide arms. This sofa's deep single seat cushion is perfectly sized to serve as a daybed or single bed for ...
Steel
$3,360
H 31.89 in W 79.93 in D 31.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Italian Bamboo Sofa Bed by Vivai del Sud. 1970s
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian bamboo sofa by Vivai del Sud. This sofa can become a comfortable single bed. From the part under the seat another bed can be pulled out. The bedsteads are...
Bamboo
$9,122 / item
H 21.66 in W 76.78 in D 37.41 in
Modern Minho Chaise Longue, DEDAR Velvet, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Minho Chaise Longue, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Minho chaise longue is a mode...
Velvet, Walnut, Alpaca, Mohair, Bouclé, Linen, Wood, Oak
$3,800
H 28.75 in W 55.91 in D 26.38 in
Arne Vodder 2-Seater Sofa, Model Fd 161, Reupholstered in Bouclé, 1950s
By Arne Vodder, France & Daverkosen
Located in Odense, DK
A fine example of a Danish modern 2-seater sofa in solid beech, reupholstered cushions in white bouclé. Designed by Arne Vodder for France & Daverkosen in 1950s, Denmark. A classic...
Bouclé, Beech
$8,941 / item
H 36.62 in W 76.78 in D 35.44 in
Art Deco Sumy Chaise Longue DEDAR Red Cotton Velvet Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By GF Modern, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Sumy Chaise Longue, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Sumy puts a modern twist on the traditional chaise l...
Brass
$3,680Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 31 in W 134 in D 111 in
Modular Contemporary Outdoor Wicker Sofa Lounger with Integrated Daybed
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This modular L-shaped outdoor sofa integrates a daybed in its sloped geometry. The waterproof lounger is lightweight and easy to move around the garden. Its sloped forms encourage in...
Rattan
$8,650
H 32 in W 108.5 in D 48 in
Zabuton Sofa, Handmade Japanese Futon on Modular Maple Frame, Kvadrat
By UMÉ Studio
Located in Oakland, CA
The Zabuton Sofa is available in infinite configurations. It is customizable through modular system of wood partitions, futon, Zabuton, and bolsters. Star...
Maple
$3,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 33 in W 48 in D 30 in
Danish Modern Solid Teak "Minerva" Daybed / Sofa by Peter Hvidt for John Stuart
Located in San Diego, CA
An absolutely gorgeous Danish modern solid teak "Minerva" daybed / sofa by Peter Hvidt for John Stuart, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good original vintage condition with a brigh...
Teak, Chenille
$4,640Sale Price|20% Off
H 30 in W 77 in D 34 in
Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybed Sofa by Hans Wegner for Getma
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Danish Mid-Century Modern daybed, sofa - model GE- 258 designed by Hans Wegner for Getma. This example is in very good, estate condition, specifically the fabric shows wear, s...
Upholstery, Teak
$11,522 / item
H 28.35 in W 81.5 in D 44.1 in
Contemporary Twins Curved Sofa, Beige Woven, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Contemporary Twins Curved Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Twins curved sofa and its matching daybed share the same genes, yet each maintains a distinct identity, forming a pair defined by perfect asymmetry. With sculptural curves and sumptuous upholstery, the Twins curved sofa embodies both contemporary elegance and refined artistry, creating a lounging experience of unparalleled comfort. A favorite among designers, it stands as the ideal centerpiece for today’s most sophisticated interiors. Designed by Rute Martins, Greenapple's Creative Director. The Twins Sofa...
Fabric, Wood, Leather, Bouclé
Midcentury Tiger Oak Daybed/Sofa by Marge Carson
By Marge Carson
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Midcentury tiger oak daybed/sofa by Marge Carson. This sofa is a wonderful piece that can use as a daybed or a sofa giving it two unique purposes. It features a tiger oak wood frame ...
Brass
$2,004 / item
H 30.71 in W 21.66 in D 24.02 in
Contemporary Dining Chair 'Flock CS2' by Noom, Kvadrat Zero Fabric
Located in Paris, IDF
Dining Chair Flock CS2 by Noom Designer: Kateryna Sokolova Dimensions: H 78 cm, W 55 cm, D 61 cm seat H 47 cm Color in the main picture - Kvadrat Zero 0012. Materials: wood, plywo...
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé
Sold
H 29.93 in W 74.81 in D 34.65 in
Mid-Century Modern Minimalist Black Leather Daybed Sofa with Tubular Steel Frame
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This rare daybed was made in Germany during the 1980s. The wide seat with three pillows is upholstered with black natural leather. The linear frame are made of chrome-plated tubular ...
Chrome
French Minimalist Daybed by Marc Held for Prisunic 1970
Minimalist Church Bench in Solid Wood, Monumental, Joinery
By Donald Judd
Located in Antwerp, BE
Minimalist, Church Bench Mid-Century Modern, Monumental, Wood, Joinery, Antique, Herefordshire Chapel, Pews, 19th century, 1950's, Donald Judd; Monumental minimalist Church bench i...
Wood
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H 17.72 in W 63 in L 17.72 in
Minimalist Church Bench in Solid Wood, Donald Judd, Monumental, Joinery
By Donald Judd
Located in Antwerp, BE
Victorian, Minimalist, Church Bench Mid-Century Modern, Monumental, Wood, Joinery, Antique, Herefordshire Chapel, Pews, 19th century, 1950's, Donald Judd; Monumental minimalist C...
Wood
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H 28.35 in W 75.6 in D 27.56 in
Vintage Retro Gijs Van Der Sluis Streamline Sleeper Sofa Daybed, 1960s
Located in Highclere, Newbury
A Classic Minimalist daybed designed by Gijs Van Der Sluis in the 1950s and manufactured in the Netherlands by Gispen. This sofa’s sleek, minimalists lines has been a favourite of In...
Steel
Sold
H 28.35 in W 29.53 in L 28.35 in
Sample, Pita Outdoors Daybed, Teak Wood, Off-White Denim and Leather
By Caterina Moretti, Alejandra Carmona
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
This is a listing for the fabric sample for the Pita outdoors daybed, teak wood, off-white denim and leather.
Fabric, Teak
Sold
H 27.56 in W 75.79 in D 28.75 in
Minimalist Couch/Daybed by Florence Knoll, Wooden Frame, Reupholstered, ca. 1960
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Berlin, DE
Minimalist Florence Knoll couch/daybed, manufactured by Knoll International, Stuttgart, Germany, circa 1960. The essential light structure consists of a cherrywood frame held on blac...
Steel
Rare Theo Ruth Daybed designed for Artifort, Netherland, 1950s
By Theo Ruth
Located in Brussels, BE
The abstract shape of the seat rests on wooden legs. Original cream fabric. Designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort, circa 1950.
Fabric, Wood
Pita Outdoors Daybed, Teak Wood and Sunbrella Fabrics
By Alejandra Carmona, Caterina Moretti
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
Pita Daybed Outdoors was created to bring you a much needed relax time. Handcrafted in teak wood and upholstered in off-white denim or Sunbrella neutrals. Kick back wherever you feel like: in the patio, terrace or even up on the rooftop garden! Materials: Teak wood, Sunbrella fabrics...
Fabric, Teak
Daybed in Patchwork Leather by De Sede Switzerland DS 80
By De Sede
Located in Antwerp, BE
Minimalist Mid-Century Modern piece with tons of character due to the original patina on the leather. De Sede manufactured this daybed which sits on a black wooden frame and is upho...
Leather, Wood
Pita Daybed
By Caterina Moretti, Alejandra Carmona
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
A daybed is the piece of furniture that every room needs, whether it knows it or not. Pita’s subtle lines in woodturned oak invite you to take a breath, close your eyes and halt the ...
Wool, Oak
Sold
H 18 in W 72 in D 30 in
WC2 Daybed by ASH NYC with Limited Woven Accents Kilim Upholstery, Three of FIve
By ASH NYC, Woven Accents
Located in New York, NY
The WC2 daybed is a simplistic and elegant piece, its design is inspired by French designers like Charlotte Perriand and Jean Prouvé of the 1950s era. The bed’s hand-turned legs join...
Oak, Poplar, Wool